Dangers of Heavy Metals

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The Health Problems

The following common health problems have been linked to exposure to heavy metals such as Lead, Zinc, Copper Aluminium etc.

· Chronic Fatigue

· Attention Deficit Disorder

· Aggressiveness

· Anxiety

· Abdominal Discomfort

· Muscular and Joint Pain

· Recurring Headaches

· Anorexia

· Constipation

· Insomnia

· High Blood Pressure

Who is at risk?

Unfortunately those who are most at risk are Pregnant Women, Unborn Children and Children under four years of age.

How are people exposed to Heavy Metals?

All Australians are exposed to many sources of heavy metals. Sources of exposure are varying and include contaminated air, food, dust, water and soil. These elements are most commonly contaminated through exposure to heavy metal residue from the workplace, around the home, areas near industrial sites or main roads and unsafe hobby or recreational practices.

How widespread are the health effects directly associated to heavy metal exposure?

Between 37,000 and 220,000 preschool children, in NSW alone, have unacceptable levels of lead in their blood.

Over 3.5 million Australian homes are heavily contaminated with heavy metals.

Workers in over 60 different occupations from Automotive mechanics and repairers to Builders and Welders can be exposed to heavy metals.

Health effects can be passed on to an unborn child during pregnancy.

What can we do?

Avoid exposure to heavy metals by taking safety precautions in activities that may involve exposure.

Practice good hygiene procedures. Avoiding inhalation and ingestion of heavy metal residue is paramount.

Practice good housekeeping procedures. Keeping areas clean and free of contamination form heavy metals is good.

Use a specialised soap such as ‘Clean-All’ Heavy Metals Soap to remove the heavy metal residue from your skin, clothing and surfaces.